“Madder than a March Hare”
The White Rabbit in “Alice and Wonderland” is heard to say, “I’m late, I’m late! For a very important date! No time to say ‘hello, goodbye,’ I’m late, I’m late, I’m late!” (Perhaps he’s from Ireland?)
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Baa Baa, Black Sheep, Have You Any Lamb’s Wool?
Lambswool was the name of a popular drink during the dark days leading up to Imbolc. It was often enjoyed during Wassailing or “Apple Howling” as it was called in orchard country.Read now -
Romantic Rabbie Burns
Robert Burns -- a rake and a rover, literary celebrity, cultural icon, and the only 18th century Scots ploughman to have more than 60 statues worldwide in his honor!Read now -
Who Invented Whiskey?
Read nowFew topics have flared tempers in pubs more than the question: Who invented whiskey? Was it the Irish, the Scots, or someone you'd least expect, like the Chinese or Arabs? Whisk(e)y is sunshine in a glass. Uisge baugh, or water of...
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Artisan Spotlight, Part 1
Read nowPart of our mission at the Celtic Ranch is to provide you with some of the finest quality, artisan products and our beloved Commander in Chief Terry Kast travels the world sourcing these handmade treasures. We try to convey the...
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Whiskey Cocktails
Read nowWhiskey neat is perfect. Warm, liquid sunshine with no frills, no distractions, no garnish, but sometimes, when the weather is steamy or when you're feeling fancy or maybe you're looking to impress someone, it's nice to have a cold Manhattan...
